Description

4-Methyl-2,5-Diisopropylphenol is a versatile alkylated phenol derivative, valued for its sterically hindered phenolic structure. This compound serves as a crucial chemical intermediate and antioxidant precursor in advanced synthesis. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the polymer, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring high-performance phenolic functionality.

Application

• Antioxidant and Stabilizer Precursor: A key building block in the synthesis of high-performance phenolic antioxidants for plastics, rubber, and lubricants to prevent thermal and oxidative degradation.
• Polymer Industry Intermediate: Used in the production of specialized resins and polymers where its bulky isopropyl groups impart desirable properties like increased thermal stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as an intermediate in the manufacture of certain pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its phenolic core for bioactive molecule construction.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Employed in the research and development of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly where sterically hindered phenols are required.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Acts as a versatile intermediate for synthesizing dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.
• Research & Development: Used in organic chemistry research as a model compound or reagent for studying electrophilic aromatic substitution and other reactions of hindered phenols.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methyl-2,5-Diisopropylphenol
CAS No.	15269-16-6
Molecular Formula	C13H20O
Molecular Weight	192.30 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Diisopropyl-4-methylphenol; 4-Methyl-2,5-bis(1-methylethyl)phenol; Phenol, 4-methyl-2,5-diisopropyl-; 2,5-Diisopropyl-p-cresol; p-Cresol, 2,5-diisopropyl-; 4-Methyl-2,5-di(propan-2-yl)phenol (IUPAC); Hindered Alkylphenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We maintain a rigorous quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Our products undergo comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to meet precise customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.